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California Distracted Driving Awareness Month | GJEL

Though 2010 marked the first annual Distracted Driving Awareness Month, California did not participate in an official capacity. So this year, California is making an impact with a statewide crackdown on distracted driving. About 225 local police agencies will team up with the California Highway Patrol to implement 103 CHP Area Commands and a “zero-tolerance policy” against offenders. A first-time offence carries a $20 fine, but with additional charges, the economic damage can reach over $200. So during Distracted Driving Awareness Month this April, remember to be safe and avoid distracted driving, or your wallet could regret it.

February 20, 2025 Andy Gillin
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How does auto-medical payments insurance work?

When you are involved in an accident, the most concerning part is whether or not you have suffered any injuries, and if so, what the outcome of those injuries will be. In fact, most people agree that as long as everyone is okay, things like property damage to a car hardly matter.

April 15, 2024 Andy Gillin
lane splitting in California

Is lane splitting legal in California?

Many motorcyclists (and automobile) drivers ask whether or not lane splitting in California is legal. In our state, lane splitting is a highly contentious issue that is subject to many misperceptions. Unlike in the majority of U.S. states, lane splitting is legal in California and it has been for a long time. Still, lane splitting is highly misunderstood, by both drivers and bikers.

April 15, 2024 Andy Gillin

What if I was in a bike accident at night and didn’t have a light or reflective gear?

California Bike Accident Without Lights: Can I Recover Compensation? (GJEL Accident Attorneys) Injured in a Nighttime Crash Without Lights? Don’t Give Up Hope. We Fight for Cyclist Rights, Even Without Lights or Reflectors. Free Consultation: Explore Your Options with a California Bicycle Accident Attorney. Read the full article for a California personal injury attorney’s in-depth […]

April 15, 2024 Andy Gillin
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What if the person at fault has none or inadequate insurance?

When you are involved in an automobile accident in the state of California, whoever is at fault for the accident is responsible for paying for it. This means that if a distracted, drunk, or otherwise negligent driver crashes into you, you have the right to file a claim with that driver’s insurance company to recover compensation for your injuries. In fact, the state of California requires that every driver and vehicle owner have either insurance or “proof of financial responsibility” so that in the event they do cause a crash, they can pay for property damage and injuries sustained by others. Unfortunately, not everyone follows this law.

April 15, 2024 Andy Gillin
Who pays medical bills in a car accident

If I’m in an accident, does it affect my health insurance coverage?

Were you injured recently in a car crash or another accident in Northern California? You might be asking yourself: who will pay for my medical bills, and will using my health insurance cause my coverage to go up? Nobody who gets hurt in an accident resulting from another party’s negligence should have to pay for the costs of care.

April 15, 2024 Andy Gillin
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What is uninsured motorist coverage [UM/UIM]?

If you live in California and you are involved in a car accident, the driver who caused the accident is responsible for paying for it. However, drivers rarely pay for accidents that they cause out of pocket – instead, they turn to their auto insurance liability policies to pay for damages.

April 15, 2024 Andy Gillin
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How much do parents influence their teen driver’s safety?

According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, states that have adopted Graduated Drivers Licensing programs (GDL) have seen accident rates drop anywhere from 10 to 30 percent among teenage drivers. The GDL restrictions vary from state to state, but typically include passenger limits for new drivers as well as curfew hours in which the […]

February 6, 2024 Andy Gillin
janiyah williams, 2023 GJEL law scholarship winner

2023 GJEL Law Scholarship Winner

GJEL Accident Attorneys is proud to announce Janiyah Williams as the winner of the 2023 GJEL Law Student Scholarship. Law school is expensive, and the attorneys at GJEL understand the financial burdens law students face when working toward their degrees. In support of those efforts, GJEL is pleased to award $2,000 scholarships annually to deserving […]

December 10, 2023 Andy Gillin
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2024 Holiday Safety Tips

The holidays are exciting, but accidents, injuries, or illness can hinder the festivities. Follow our holiday safety tips to keep yourself and your loved ones secure while celebrating. Traffic Safety Whether going out of town to visit loved ones or dealing with increased traffic on local roads, following a few holiday travel safety tips is […]

December 5, 2023 Andy Gillin

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